Top RV destinations in Canada by province

The Great White North is a land with diverse landscapes, abundant parks and countless places to explore.

Canada offers outdoor experiences like no other country in the world. many people, going on a road trip onboard an RV or with a camper trailer is way to enjoy this stunning country. If you plan to hit the open road for an RV vacation soon, you will find yourself spoiled with many great places to visit.

To help you narrow down the list of incredible RV destinations in Canada, we’ve picked the wonderful locales with access to campgrounds and RV parks, and some of Canada’s gorgeous scenery and outdoor activities.

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• Hiking: The Dead Man’s Flats area is home to incredible mountain, valley, and lakeside trails. Enjoy crystal clear waters surrounded by mountains on the Upper Grassi Lakes Trail in Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park. Take in sweeping moutain views on the Sulphur Mountain Trail in Banff National Park. These are just two trails within quick driving distance of the town of Dead Man’s Flats.
• Fishing: Bow Valley Provincial Park is known for it’s world-class trout fishing and mountain scenery. Located on the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains at the confluence of the Bow and Kananaskis rivers, Bow Valley Provincial Park is a perfect place for a camping trip, whether you require a full-service campground or enjoy the simple life of a backcountry site.

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• Camping: The Willow Rock Campground is a comfortable place to set up camp. Willow Rock is located on the north side of the Trans Canada Highway, about 30 km from Canmore in Bow Valley Provincial Park. There are open and tree-covered sites with lots of amenities such as a playground, picnic tables, a camp kitchen, fire pits, showers, and flush toilets.
  
• Camping: Be bear aware: If you are camping in bear country or in a wilderness area, store your food in scent free containers and practice leave no trace principles.
• Why you may want to consider travel insurance for your Alberta RV trip: If this is just one of many road trips you’re planning to go on this year, consider purchasing annual travel insurance. For one fee, our Comprehensive Annual Plan provides emergency medical and trip cancellation benefits, and more, for a year.

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• Dining: Known as the Salmon Capital of the World, Campbell River is located on the east coast of Vancouver Island. Visitors of this seaside town can  dine at authentic British Columbia Coast restaurants and cafes, visit the local aquarium, learn more about marine life, and go fishing for salmon.
• Surfing: Head to Pacific Rim National Park Reserve for incredible surfing. “The Long Beach unit of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve features nearly 7.5 miles of trails and more than 13 miles of beaches,” write Road Trippers. “The three main surf beaches, Long Beach, Wickaninnish Beach, and Florencia Bay, offer a large variety in the surf breaks and tend to be less crowded than the beaches closer to Tofino.”

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• Camping: If you’re looking for a campground in or around Campbell River, one great option is the Salmon Point Resort. Amenities include full hook-up service including Wi-Fi, restrooms with hot showers, adult and children’s recreational rooms, a playground, laundromat and more.
• Know you limits: If you’re a beginner to intermediate surfer, go with friends or with a surf instructor or guide. The Government of Canada keeps a list of certified surf and wilderness instructors, guides, and tour operators. 
• Why you may want to consider travel insurance for your next British Columbia RV trip: If you’re hiking in remote places, travel insurance with emergency medical benefits and emergency transportation may be is essential. You should know that your Government of Canada health insurance plan may not fully protect you outside of your home province. 

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• History: If you are in search of a seaside destination that is both a perfect place to unwind and relax with the family, and also close to the U.S. border, St. Andrews might fit the bill. The town’s charming atmosphere and architecture will take you back in time to when it was founded by the United Empire Loyalists escaping the American Revolution. Moreover, the local hospitality and welcoming people will also add to your experience.

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• Camping: In Saint Andews, Kiwanis Oceanfront Campground is an idyllic spot to park your RV and set up camp for a view of Passamaquoddy Bay. The campground provides travellers with full hookup service including Wi-Fi, and a dump station. Other amenities include free hot showers, laundry facilities, propane sales, and a children’s playground.
• Be prepared for auto emergencies: Always carry an auto emergency kit that at least consists of flares, a car jack, jumper cables, and an emergency bivvy.
• Why you may need travel insurance for you New Brunswick RV trip: Natural disasters such as floods can happen anytime you’re on the road. Find out which plans may cover a natural disaster by finding out more about our plans or calling our Consumer Sales Centre at 1-844-310-1578.

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• Hiking: Gros Morne National Park is beautful, remote, and one of the few places where you can see the Earth’s mantle. For experienced hikers, there is also the opportunity to climb up the Gros Morne mountain affording a view of the Western Brook Pond Fjord.
• Small towns: Picturesque, rural communities such as Sally’s Cove surround Gros Morne National Park. In nearby towns and villages, visitors can enjoy visiting a museum and learning more about the history of the region and local marine life, catching a play at a local theatre, exploring a shipwreck site, and going on boat and food tours.

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• Camping: Gros Morne National Park campgrounds offer campsites suitable for trailers and recreational vehicles at Trout River, Lomond, Berry Hill, Green Point and Shallow Bay. All five locations offer fireplaces, kitchen shelters with wood stoves, flush toilets, hot water, and showers. A dumping station, Wi-Fi, and playground are available in some of the campgrounds.
• Reservations: July and August are peak travel months for Newfoundland and Labrador, be sure to book your campground reservations early if you are planning on a summer trip.
  
• Why you may need travel insurance for your Newfoundland and Labrador RV trip: You planned ahead and booked your campground reservations well in advance, but ahead of your arrival, a dangerous storm hits the coast. You have to cancel your reservations, but it is too late reschedule or receive a refund. If you purchased travel insurance before the storm was forecasted, you may be reimbursed non-refundable travel expenses under our Trip Cancellation benefit. 

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• City hopping: Halifax, Parrsboro, and Queensland have no shortage of attractions for urbanites. Stroll through Halifax Public Gardens. See the remains of the oldest dinosaurs to ever roam Canada at the Fundy Geological Museum. 
• History: Visit Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site to learn about the cultural heritage of the Mi'kmaw people. History comes alive at the site through artifacts, petroglyphs, storytelling and more. 
  

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• Camping: A great campground option is Woodhaven RV Park, located within Halifax city limits. Travellers will be a half hour drive from the city waterfront area, shopping, restaurants, and Peggy’s Cove. This RV park includes full hookups, Wi-Fi, a heated pool, laundry, playground, showers, and more for a relaxing camping holiday.
• Plan for the season: A big advantage of planning a trip to Nova Scotia is that there is a lot to do during every season. Make sure you know the most ideal activities for every season. Summer is best for canoeing and other water recreation. Fall is prime for leaf peeping. Spring and fall are great for bird watching.
• Why you may need travel insurance for your next RV trip to Nova Scotia: A summer vacation in Nova Scotia wouldn’t be complete without bringing your boat along. But what if you have an emergency on your trip and can’t get your boat or RV back home? Our Comprehensive travel insurance plans include benefits up to the cost $5,000 for certain expenses for the return of your vehicle and watercraft, if you are hospitalized due to a covered emergency.

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Dark sky viewing: Situated south of the tree line, Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest territories, is an excellent place to experience the northern lights. Surrounding remote areas offer dark skies for incredible, clear views.

Explore the capital: Yellowknife offers more than seeing the Aurora Borealis dancing in the skies. There are plenty of fun things to do during daylight! The city has a pulsating art, food, and wilderness scene. Among the activities waiting for visitors are driving the Dettah Ice Road (made famous on the television show Ice Road Truckers), exploring the Yellowknife old town, and visiting the Bush Pilot Monument for a 360 degree view of Yellowknife and its surrounding areas. Visitors can also create their own glass craft at the Old Town Glassworks, go mushing, discover local museums and heritage and cultural centres, and learn from the indigenous communities nearby.

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• Camping: A good option for RV travellers to camp out is the Fred Henne Territorial Park. The amenities available to include pull-thru sites, electric hook-ups, a central water spigot/water access, restrooms, showers, a playground, firewood, picnic shelters, and a dump station.
• Pick the perfect dark sky viewing spot: Great Slave Lake and Prelude Lake are prime locations for viewing the northern lights in dark skies. Aurora Village, located 20 minutes from Yellowknife, is considered one of the best spots to view the northern lights, and features a gathering of teepees from which you can watch the skies in comfort.
• Why you may need travel insurance for your next Yellowknife RV trip: One of the best things about an RV trip is the ability to bring your pets along. When you fly, your pet either has to be boarded, or she has to travel in the cargo hold — not an ideal experience. If you experience a medical emergency listed as included under your policy, our Pet Return benefit reimburses up to $500 of the cost to return your pet(s) travelling with you, should you need to return to Canada under the Emergency Medical Transportation benefit. Alternatively, the benefit could go toward the cost to board pet(s) while you are hospitalized due to a covered emergency. 

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Park hopping: Ontario is home to several astounding parks. Bruce Peninsula National Park is considered a paradise for lovers of water sports. The park and surrounding areas offer tons of spots for standup paddling, kitesurfing, canoeing and kayaking. Algonquin Provincial Park is renowned for the leaf peeping opportunities offered by its lush forests. Enjoy hikes and swimming in Lake Huron at Pinery Provincial Park.

Outdoor recreation: While in the region, make sure you take time to try other activities such as stargazing at Lion's Head Marina, taking a glass-bottom boat tour of the local shipwrecks, trying aerial rope courses at Little Cove Adventures, venturing to Flower Pot Island, and enjoying the local cuisine in the towns surrounding Bruce Peninsula National Park.

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• Camping: Whether you're tenting, bringing a trailer or looking for camping cabins, staying at Happy Hearts Park is a great option. The campground is located in Bruce Peninsula National Park. The campsite offers the following facilities: Recreation and playground areas, laundry, full hookup, swimming pool, camp store, paid showers, flush toilets, dump stations, and more.
• If you want to avoid crowds, visit Bruce Peninsula National Park during the fall. “Summer is the best time for water activities, but fall offers vibrant foliage and fewer crowds, making it a perfect time for a quieter visit,” writes Trailer Loans Canada.
• Why you may need travel insurance for your next Ontario RV trip: You just crossed everything off of your to-do list to prepare for the drive to Ontario, including booking campsites along your route. But the day before you leave, your elementary school age child catches the flu. Of course, you choose to stay home and care for your child. Allianz travel insurance plans with trip cancellation benefits may reimburse certain non-refundable expenses when you cancel your trip for a covered reason.  
  

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Hiking: Forillon National Park is located on the Gaspé peninsula, a mountainous peninsula bordered by Gaspé Bay and the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The park’s imposing landscape, comprised of cliffs and mountains carved out of the sea, will give you a feel of being at the "end of the world”. The park offers outdoor enthusiasts remarkable hiking trails and plenty of opportunities to see the local fauna (e.g. whales, beavers, bears, moose, and various bird species) and flora, and experience water activities such as swimming, sea kayaking, stand-up paddling, and scuba diving. 

History: Visitors of Forillon National Park can also take advantage of other attractions the Gaspé Peninsula has to offer. Explore the only wooden cathedral in North America, learn about French explorer Jacques Cartier's voyages in a museum dedicated to him. Learn about how the local Mi’kmaq people lived over more than three centuries.Explore the region’s lighthouses and visit the village of Matapédia and its covered bridges, just across the border from New Brunswick.

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• Camping: An excellent RV camping spot is Petit-Gaspé on the peninsula's south side. The amenities available to campers include a swimming pool, playground,coin-operated laundry machines, dumping stations, and water outlets. Some sites also have electrical and water hook-ups.
• Travel packages: Consider booking a travel package from tour companies partnering with Tourisme Gaspesie. With one booking, enjoy lodging and activties tailored to your interests.
• Why you may need travel insurance for your next RV trip to Quebec: You’re all packed for a wild-life watching trip in Forillon National Park. You’ve included expensive hiking boots, a tent, and water proof outerwear in your checked bag. But the airline lost your bag, and you need to replace your gear. If you purchased a travel insurance plan from Allianz Global Assistance, our baggage loss benefits may be able to help. 
  

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Horseback riding and more: Regardless of the season, Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park features tons of activities. Enjoy horseback riding, zip lining, water and winter fun activities, stargazing, exploring the region’s wildlife (.e.g. moose, elk, deer and over 220 bird species), and scenic drives through the highest elevations in Cypress Hills. Traverse trails for hiking and mountain biking, leading to fantastic viewpoints and historical sites.

Wildlife watching: Grasslands National Park is known for its beautiful plains and endless wildflowers. You may spot lots of animals who call these prairies their home. Keep your eyes open for bison, prairie dogs, diverse bird species, owls, and foxes.

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• Camping: Centre Block of Cypress Hills campground offers campsites with full services. Amenities include full hook-ups, drinking water, showers, fire pit, conference and indoor recreation facilities, outdoor pool, picnic shelters and tables, sewage disposal, and much more.
• Extreme weather: The weather of prairie landscapes can be extreme. Keep an eye on the forecast and pack and plan accordingly. 
• Why you may need travel insurance for your next Saskatchewan RV trip: Much of the area is remote. If you find yourself stranded during a medical emergency without your vehicle, travel insurance with emergency medical transportation benefits could be an essential lifeline. 

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